FAQ
Q.1 I have a question about course registration.
A.1 Please send an e-mail to the faculty/graduate school you wish to attend.
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
E-mail: jm3940@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Faculty of Education Graduate School of Education |
E-mail: jm3939@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Department of medicine Graduate School of Medicine |
E-mail: jm5204@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Department of Health Graduate School of Health Sciences |
E-mail: jm5911@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Department of Psychological Support Science |
E-mail: jm5911@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Faculty of Science and Engineering Graduate School of Science and Engineering |
E-mail: jm3922@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences |
E-mail: jm3752@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Graduate School of Regional Co-creation Science |
E-mail: jm3960@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
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Graduate School of Community |
E-mail: jm3960@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
Q.2 I would like to enter Hirosaki University, so please send me the materials and application form.
A.2 Please contact the Hirosaki University Entrance Examination Division.
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Entrance Examination Division |
E-mail: jm3122@hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
Q.3 How much is the tuition fee?
A.3 The examination fee, admission fee and tuition fee are as follows.However, government-sponsored international students are exempt.If the tuition fee is revised while you are enrolled, the new tuition fee will be applied from the time of the revision.
Failure to pay the tuition will result in expulsion.
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Classification |
Tuition |
Admission fee |
Examination fee |
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undergraduate student |
¥535,800 (annual) |
282,000JPY |
17,000JPY |
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graduate student |
¥535,800 (annual) |
282,000JPY |
30,000JPY |
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Postgraduate |
¥356,400 (annual) |
84,600JPY |
9,800JPY |
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Auditor |
14,800 yen (1 unit) |
28,200JPY |
9,800JPY |
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Course students |
14,800 yen (1 unit) |
28,200JPY |
9,800JPY |
Q.4 Please tell me about the tuition exemption system.
A.4 Graduate students who have difficulty paying tuition fees may be exempted.
For new undergraduate students, Hirosaki University has a financial aid program equivalent to admission fees and tuition fees.
For details, please contact the Student Affairs Division.jm3135@hirosaki-u.ac.jp
Q.5 What is the language of lectures at Hirosaki University?
A.5 Most classes are conducted in Japanese.However, some faculty members in the graduate school can speak English.
Q.6 Could you introduce me to the faculty members of Hirosaki University?
A.6 Please look for a faculty member on the website of the undergraduate/graduate school in the field you wish to study. See Q.1 and A.1.
Q.7 Do I have to speak Japanese in order to live in Japan?
A.7 All international students need a certain level of Japanese language proficiency for daily life.
Q.8 I would like to study Japanese at Hirosaki University.
A.8 Hirosaki University does not have a Japanese language department, but we offer Japanese classes for international students enrolled at Hirosaki University, so you can learn the necessary Japanese language skills according to your situation.
If you wish to study Japanese in preparation for admission, please use a Japanese language school other than Hirosaki University.
Q.9 Please tell me about scholarships for studying at Hirosaki University.
A.9 Regarding Japanese government (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) scholarship students, the Japanese government (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) provides scholarships and travel expenses to foreign students who study in Japan as undergraduate students or research students (graduate level). There is also a system to support travel expenses for returning home.If you are selected for this system, examination fees, admission fees, and tuition fees will be waived.Please contact the Japanese embassy or consulate in your country regarding recruitment to this system.
In addition, there are several scholarships for privately financed international students, but all of them will be applied for after admission.See here.
https://www.kokusai.hirosaki-u.ac.jp/en/studentlife/sl_page6/
Q.10 Does Hirosaki University have an exchange program?
A.10 As of May 2021, 5, Hirosaki University has signed memorandums of understanding with 1 universities for exchange programs. You can study at Hirosaki University for 44 months or 6 months.Admission and tuition fees are not collected when studying at Hirosaki University on an exchange program.
Q.11 I'm worried about job hunting.
A.11 The Career Center holds employment guidance for international students twice a year, in April and October.
For details, please contact the International Relations Office.d-iec@hirosaki-u.ac.jp
Q.12 If I decide to study abroad, will you prepare a place to live?
A.12International students can enter the student dormitory, but must go through a screening process by the federation of student dormitories regarding Japanese language proficiency and adaptation to dormitory life.It is also possible to live in places other than student dormitories (apartments, etc.).You have to find an apartment by yourself.Please contact the International Relations Office for detailed information on conditions for entering student dormitories and finding an apartment.d-iec@hirosaki-u.ac.jp
Q.13 Are there any points to be aware of when renting an apartment?
A.13 Furniture and furnishings are not included and must be purchased by yourself.In recent years, the number of furnished apartments with Wi-Fi has been increasing little by little.When renting an apartment, it is customary to pay lump-sum payments such as key money and security deposit in addition to monthly rent.
Q.14 What is key money?
A.14 Key money is money given to the manager of the apartment as a token of gratitude.Key money cannot be returned.
Q.15 What is a security deposit?
A.15 A security deposit is money given to the apartment manager as collateral against unpaid rent.Normally, the security deposit will be refunded when you move out, but if you make the room dirty or part of the room is damaged, it will be used for cleaning and repair costs, so it will not be returned.When renting an apartment in Japan, keep the room clean.
Q.16 What is the cost of living?
A.16 Rent (apartment) 30,000 yen Meals 20,000 yen Utility bills 12,000 yen Books 5,000 yen Others 10,000 yen Total costs about 77,000 yen.
Q.17 Can I have a part-time job?
A.17 Part-time jobs are permitted up to 28 hours per week (14 hours for research students and non-degree students).During the university's summer, winter, and spring vacations, you can work up to 1 hours a day and up to 8 hours a week.
Also, when working part-time, be sure to have a seal of permission to engage in activity other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted or a work qualification certificate.
Q.18 What kind of place is Hirosaki City?
A.18 Hirosaki has prospered as a castle town for a long time, and even now the townscape still retains its rich history and culture.
In addition, there are events that can be enjoyed every season, and it is also the city of apple production in Japan.
Q.19 What is the weather like?
A.19 April and May in Hirosaki are comfortable with an average temperature of about 4 degrees Celsius, and are the spring season when cherry blossoms bloom. June to August is the warm summer season, with temperatures averaging 5°C and some days exceeding 11°C. In September and October, the average temperature drops to about 6 degrees Celsius, making autumn a season of beautiful autumn foliage. In November, the average temperature drops to 8°C, and you will need to prepare for the cold. From December to February, it is the winter season with cold days.The average daily temperature is below 21°C and it snows. In March, the average temperature rises to about 30°C, and the snow begins to melt in preparation for spring.
Q.20 I'm worried about living in Hirosaki.
A.20 Hirosaki University has established a tutor system in which Japanese students of Hirosaki University take care of each international student for six months or one year after entering the university.Students from Hong Kong University who are proficient in English are in charge, so if you have any problems in your daily life, you can feel free to consult with the tutors.
Q.21 I heard that you have to get insurance in Japan.
A.21 Foreigners staying in Japan are required to enroll in National Health Insurance.Although a monthly insurance premium is required, the insurance will cover 70% of the required medical expenses, and the patient will only have to pay 30% to the medical institution.Medical expenses in Japan are expensive, so be sure to enroll.Please complete the enrollment procedures at the municipal office where you live after enrolling.
Q.22 I would like to invite my family from my home country to the graduation ceremony.
A.22 If you come to Japan from outside the visa-exempt countries/regions, you need to obtain a visa.Please refer to the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and follow the necessary procedures.
Q.23 I want to open a bank account
A.23 Please follow up with each bank.Depending on the bank, you may not be allowed to open an account within six months of your arrival in Japan, or even if you can open an account, there may be restrictions on transfers etc.You can open a Japan Post Bank account immediately after arriving in Japan.Please cancel the account when you return to your country.
Q.24 What should I do before temporarily returning to Japan (departing from Japan)?
A.24 If you re-enter Japan within one year, you do not need a re-entry permit (special re-entry permit).You must submit an overseas travel notification to your affiliated faculty.
However, if your stay exceeds one year, please bring the following documents with you and obtain a re-entry permit from the Immigration Bureau before leaving Japan.The following documents are required to apply for a re-entry permit.
・Application for re-entry permit
・Residence card or alien registration certificate
·passport
·Student card
・Application fee: 1 yen once, 3,000 yen for multiple applications